sailing school for kids and juniors in Riga, Kipsala

sport, that develops personality!

Great sports for kids

Spending a lot of time in the fresh air, we develop the physical, emotional, intellectual abilities and senses of the child. When sailing, child becomes more patient, stronger and more determined. He learns to listen and feel the wind and respond quickly to changes around him. Do you know how aerodynamic principles work by interacting with the sail, the wind and the centre of gravity?

We focus on both physical training and sailing theory, as well as having fun and explore sailing history, going to museums and meeting with great personalities in sailing. You can read more and see pictures in our blog here (in latvian).

In summer you can also join our separate sports team, where we train kids who want to move to professional sailing sport.

HOW we do it?

Our school operates all year round. Trainings take place in Riga, Kipsala, in City Yacht Club. We welcome all kids 8-15 years old.

In winter and late autumn:Trainings 2-3 times per week. We train dexterity and balance, indoor rock climbing, skating, swimming, diving and rescue exercises in the pool, as well as preparing theoretical sailing lessons where we explain how the wind works and what are race rules.

In spring:We organize sailing campus (clinic) in warm waters like Tenerife where kids can sail and swim a whole week or more.

In summer:Trainings 4 times per week. Sailing on water, races and regattas. City Yacht Club every year organises “Riga Cup” for Optimist sailors.

Everything provided

City Yacht Club provides children with yachts, rigging and life jackets. Children will need only personal comfortable sportswear and footwear.

Winner optimist

We use Winner Optimistyachts, which are globally recognised as the best sailing training equipment for children. World champions are also on the Winner Optimist.

results

Regular races, participation in the Latvian championship, regattas in Riga and the Baltic States gives children the necessary challenge and joy for personal achievements and victories.

safety

Children safety is very important to us. Children are always accompanied by a motorboat with a coach, children wear life vests, and we regularly train swimming skills in the pool.